# Cheeky Tongue Piercings Jewelry With Strong Messages For Edgy Fashionistas By Holger Mohr | Published 2009-06-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tongue-piercings-with-strong-messages References: [wildcat.de](http://wildcat.de) Instead of communicating with words, try doing it with a cheeky tongue piercing! These unique pieces of [tongue jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mikimoto-x-chrome-hearts) are a great way to surprise friends. The piercing designs include cuss words, guns and words like 'suck' and 'punk.' These piercings are definitely not PG13. **Implications** - [Body modification](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zitsticka-x-jonboy) has become a way for consumers to channel the way they feel on the inside through their outer image. Consumers who are willing to modify their bodies tend to carry a unique attitude that can be portrayed as careless. Items such as [cheeky tongue piercings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/styled-by-katseye) that are designed for this target enable consumers to portray the badassery that they desire to communicate to others. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Body Modification as Self-expression:** Opportunity for jewelry designers to create unique and edgy pieces that cater to consumers' desire for self-expression through body modification. - **Shock Value Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate cheeky tongue piercings and other edgy accessories into their collections, attracting consumers who want to make a statement with their fashion choices. - **Disruptive Jewelry Designs:** Opportunity for innovative jewelry designers to push the boundaries of traditional accessories by creating provocative and unconventional designs, such as tongue piercings with strong messages. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Jewelry Design:** Jewelry designers can capitalize on the demand for unique and attention-grabbing accessories that allow individuals to express their individuality. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can tap into the trend of shock value fashion by incorporating edgy accessories, like cheeky tongue piercings, into their collections to appeal to a rebellious and edgy consumer base. - **Body Modification:** The body modification industry can offer innovative and unique options, like cheeky tongue piercings, to individuals looking to push societal boundaries and express their individuality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tongue-in-Cheek Underwear Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/debute-x-stripe-stare.md) - [Faux-Piercing Push-Up Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nipple-pushup-bra.md) - [Temporary Oral Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-oral-tattoos.md) - [Hypoallergenic Waterproof Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaire-co.md) - [Sculptural Writing Piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sterling-silver-penis-pen.md) - [Provocative Guerrilla Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mwcurated.md) - [Virtual Piercing Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-face-piercing-app.md) - [Cheeky Chewy Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelly-belly-belly-buttons.md) - [Subtle Face Jewel Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-bijoux.md)